This Book Is A Planetarium And Other Extraordinary Pop Up Contraptions

Author: Kelli Anderson

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  • : $69.99 AUD
  • : 9781452136219
  • : Chronicle Books Llc
  • : Chronicle Books Llc
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  • : 1.5
  • : August 2015
  • : 305mm X 241mm
  • : United States
  • : 59.99
  • : October 2015
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  • : books

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  • : Kelli Anderson
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  • : Hardback
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  • : 5 pop-up spreads (6 pop-up paper tools), elastic band closures, shrinkwrapped; full-colour designs throughout
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Barcode 9781452136219
9781452136219

Description

Never has humble paper had such radical ambitions. Defying every expectation of what a book can be, this pop-up extravaganza transforms into six fully functional tools: a real working planetarium projecting the constellations, a musical instrument complete with strings for strumming, a geometric drawing generator, an infinite calendar, a message decoder, and even a speaker that amplifies sound. Artist Kelli Anderson contributes enlightening text alongside each pop-up, explaining the scientific principles at play in her constructions and creating an interactive experience that's as educational as it is extraordinary. Inspiring awe that lasts longafter the initial pop, This Book Is a Planetarium leaves readers of all ages with a renewed appreciation for the way things work--and for the enduring magic of books.

Author description

Kelli Anderson is a Brooklyn-based artist, graphic designer, and self-identified "tinkerer."